Chunera - Mahanpur, Kathua
Chunera is a village situated in the Mahanpur tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Billawar and around 80 km from Kathua. Chunera village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunera is 001693. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 184202 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chunera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basohli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunera
According to the 2011 Census, Chunera village had a total population of 1,284 people, including 697 males and 587 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.10%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 65.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,284 | 697 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 71 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 533 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 164 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Chunera
Chunera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chunera
Chunera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Chunera is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Chunera is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chunera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chunera
Where is Chunera located?
Chunera village is located in Mahanpur Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chunera?
Chunera is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chunera?
The pincode of Chunera is 184202.
What is the population of Chunera?
Chunera had a total population of 1,284, including 697 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Chunera?
Chunera had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunera was 76.10%. Male literacy was 85.14% and female literacy was 65.55%.